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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

AI is the biggest change in our world since the invention of electricity, and it's essential to use it daily to understand its impact.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Branding is not just about logos; it's about building a resilient story that resonates with people and earns their trust.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Positioning is a generous act that offers clarity about who you are and who you're not, rather than a battle for differentiation.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Effective positioning requires valid axes that appeal to everyone, rather than simply contrasting good and bad.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Brands often confuse features with benefits; customers care about the benefits that features provide, not the features themselves.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Storytelling in branding should focus on the audience's emotional connection rather than the founder's journey; it's about what resonates with them.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

To effectively deliver stories, brands should focus on simplicity and making complex ideas easy to understand and compelling, while also being relevant to people's pain points and the way they communicate to engage them more than competitors.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

The smallest viable market is crucial for brands; choosing a precise audience can lead to significant growth over time, as seen with brands like Patagonia and Nike.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

In branding, you can either work within the existing system or strive to change it. If you want to change the system, you must first understand it and be able to initiate actions that will transform the game.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Great brands create resilience by focusing on various tactics and understanding that there are multiple paths to success in branding and marketing.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Many tacticians in branding are now asking deeper questions about their work, realizing that understanding the strategy behind their actions is crucial before executing any tasks.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

I advocate for having a solid understanding of branding strategy, as it is becoming increasingly important in today's marketing landscape.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Permission marketing is about building intimate relationships with your audience, where you have their attention and permission to communicate, rather than competing for attention.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Self-absorbed marketers have damaged every medium by spamming and stealing attention, which ultimately makes the medium unusable for genuine communication.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Building a permission base takes time and effort, but it allows you to focus on serving your audience rather than chasing after them.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Most brands wouldn't be missed if they disappeared, indicating that many fail to create a meaningful connection with their audience.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Pruning your email list is essential to maintain high engagement rates, as it ensures that only those who truly want to receive your content remain subscribed.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Authenticity in branding should not be an excuse for poor behavior; instead, integrity and consistency are what truly matter in building trust with your audience.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

AI represents the most significant change in our world since electricity, and professionals must integrate it into their daily practices to stay relevant.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

If your work can be done by AI, you should let AI handle it so you can focus on tasks that require human creativity and insight, which are the only things worth charging for.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

The opportunity for agile and smart individuals to leverage AI in their work over the next few years is enormous, and they should embrace these tools to enhance their capabilities.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

If you want to stand out in a crowded market, you need to create a unique value proposition that resonates with your audience and addresses their needs.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

To succeed in a startup, you must create something that customers want to buy, which often involves creating tension that drives them to act.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

Creating tension in your marketing is essential; it compels customers to act by making them feel they will miss out if they don't engage with your offering.

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Seth Godin

02/13/24

@ Brand Master Academy

The network effect is crucial in marketing; products that improve as more people use them create a compelling reason for others to join in and spread the word.

Branding & Marketing In The Age Of AI with Seth Godin

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